Andrew Lujan-Huerta Obituary, Roswell, New Mexico — The Roswell community is mourning the death of Andrew Lujan-Huerta, 46, whose life came to an unexpected end after he was found fatally shot in the Hondo River channel on the city’s southwest side. Authorities are investigating his death as a homicide.
According to the Roswell Police Department, officers were called shortly before 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 14, after a 911 caller reported finding a friend deceased in the river channel behind a trailer park on McCall Loop, west of South Sunset Avenue. When officers arrived, they located Lujan-Huerta’s body and determined he had suffered at least one gunshot wound.
Police identified Lujan-Huerta as the victim and said he was experiencing homelessness at the time of his death. The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation as detectives work to understand what happened and identify those responsible.
The Roswell Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division is continuing to process evidence and follow leads in the case. Authorities have not announced any arrests, named any suspects, or released information about a possible motive.
Lujan-Huerta’s death has drawn attention within the community as investigators continue their efforts to bring answers to those affected by the tragedy. Police are asking anyone with information about the incident or any suspicious activity in the area to come forward, noting that even small details could assist the investigation.
The case is being investigated alongside another homicide involving a person experiencing homelessness in Roswell. On June 14, the body of 56-year-old Kent Hoffman was discovered in the Hondo River channel near downtown. Authorities have said the two deaths are not believed to be connected and are being investigated separately.
As the investigation into Lujan-Huerta’s death continues, the Roswell Police Department is urging members of the public with relevant information to contact investigators. Officials said additional details will be released as they become available.
Andrew Lujan-Huerta’s passing has left a community seeking answers and remembering a life lost under tragic circumstances. His death serves as a reminder of the importance of compassion, support, and community involvement as authorities continue working toward justice.
